Tech Tools for Disaster Planning

On July 18, the Sunday Chronicle published a Survival Guide Supplement chock full of helpful tips. Here are some excerpts from one article: “Tech tools can help prepare you for disaster.” There are some free apps for your phone, numbers to text, systems to register...

Aquamaison to Close

Ian Moody’s corporation, Aquamaison, is due to close at the end of this month. Ian ran his concrete barge-building company as a sole proprietor until he passed away in May from complications following a stroke. Ian’s widow Janeane is struggling to complete the few projects...

Board Meeting Notes – July 2021

Here are some of the items that were discussed or decided on at the July 13 FHA Board Meeting. More details will be reported later in the Floating Times.  Treasurer Teddie Hathaway reported that the virtual gala was successful enough to fund FHA operations through...

Evacuation Tags Now Available

The Sausalito Police Department and other Marin County law enforcement agencies are now distributing free evacuation tags to be used during evacuation emergencies, such as a fast–moving wildfire. When evacuating their homes, residents are asked to display these tags in a highly visible location, such...

New Earthquake Alert Available

After being shaken up by the earthquake on Thursday afternoon, July 8, I was pleased to learn of a new earthquake warning app from the Southern Marin Fire District. By downloading the free MyShakeApp  and adjusting phone settings, people can get a jump start, in...

Sausalito Ferry Resumes Weekend Service

The Golden Gate Ferry is once again travelling between Sausalito and the Ferry Building in San Francisco on weekends. Six round trips are scheduled for Saturdays and Sundays, with the earliest departure from San Francisco at 10:40 a.m. and the latest departure from Sausalito at...

Circus Coming to Town

For the fourth straight year, Flynn Creek Circus will perform in MLK Park from Thursday, July 15 through Sunday, July 18. A big red-and-white tent belonging to Flynn Creek Circus will be going up on Monday, July 12. This year’s production, entitled “Fairytale,” features a...

Things Are Opening Up All Over

After sheltering in place for 15 months, Sausalito is coming back to life, one social event at a time. Here are some to look forward to: Jazz and Blues by the Bay Returns The City of Sausalito Park and Recreation Department is once again presenting...

Floating Home Market Update

It appears that we are now at the other end of the pandemic. It’s worth taking a moment to reflect on how the past year impacted the floating home market. Below is a summary of the overall housing market. After that, we take a look...